Computer Quiz : Operating System Set – 10

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Which of the following does not support more than one program at a time? A.DOS B.Linux C.Windows D.Unix

The primary purpose of an operating system is a _________ A. To make the most efficient use of computer hardware B. To allow people to use the computer C. To keep system programmer employed D. To make computer easier to use

Answer

A. To make the most efficient use of computer hardware

_________is a complete operating system that works on a desktop computer, notebook computer, or mobile computing device. A.Embedded Operating System B.Standalone Operating System C.Emerging Operating System D.None of the above

_________ is an Operating System function that allows the user to switch between tasks by giving the focus to the application the user brings to the foreground. A.Task Management B.Time Management C.Resource Utilization D.None of the above

Answer

A.Task Management

The part of a hard disk that is dedicated to a particular operating system or application and accessed as a single unit is called ________ A.Division B.Separation C.Partition D.None of the above

An installation of an OS onto a completely empty hard disk or one from which all data is removed during the installation is called __________ A.Hard Installation B.New Installation C.Clean Installation D.None of the above

Answer

C.Clean Installation

_______ allows you to select the OS you want to boot into every time you start the computer. A.Multiboot B.Activation C.Installation D.None of the above